Alpine Animal Hospital

Pullman, WA

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Hospital
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization Urgent Care Boarding Grooming

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lot
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Gender-neutral restroomRestroom
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Alpine Animal Hospital provides trusted care for companion animals in our community since 1968. Privately owned and locally operated since 1968, Alpine Animal Hospital is the largest privately owned veterinary hospital in Pullman, with a strong reputation for compassionate and quality veterinary care and boarding for pets on the Palouse since 1968. Hospital services include examinations, preventive care & vaccinations, behavioral & nutritional counseling, surgery & dentistry, extensive diagnostic options, and a wide range of therapeutics including laser therapy, acupuncture & physical therapy

Privately owned and locally operated since 1968. With a strong reputation for compassionate and quality veterinary care and boarding for pets on the Palouse since 1968, Alpine Animal Hospital is the largest privately owned veterinary hospital in Pullman. Since 1968, Alpine has maintained a strong commitment to our local community. We are a regular presence at community events including the National Lentil Festival, and the Whitman County Humane Society's Fur Ball & Silent Auction. Our doctors provide veterinary support to our local humane society, and volunteer at local & regional spay/neuter events. Our hospital also hosts veterinary students and interns, while many of our veterinarians support student curriculum activities at the WSU College of Veterinary Medicine. Rabies Free Africa Partner Clinic: Alpine Animal Hospital partners with the Paul G. Allen School for Global Health's Rabies Free Africa program, donating $1 for every Rabies vaccination administered at our hospital. Since partnering in 2019, we have donated over $15,000 to this important cause to eliminate human deaths from Rabies Virus

Mission — Our entire care team is passionate about providing exceptional care for both you and your pet. We treat each pet as if they were our own. Our practice has a decades-long reputation for compassionate & quality care with a strong focus on preventive care and owner education

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

6
Veterinarians (DVM)
3
Support staff
9
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Digital radiography (x-rays)Diagnostic abdominal ultrasoundDigital dental radiography unit for full-mouth assessmentOn-site laboratory: blood and urine analyzers, blood chemistry panels, thyroid testing, pancreatitis screening, kidney function, comprehensive urinalysisInfectious disease screening tests (heartworm, parvovirus, FeLV, FIV results within 10 minutes)On-site cytologyReference and specialty laboratories across the countryModern anesthesia administration and monitoring equipmentPatient support equipment in dedicated surgical and dentistry suitesFluid & syringe pumps and various types of catheters for hospitalized patientsClass IV therapeutic laserClimate-controlled, hospital-grade ventilation boarding facilities

Services in detail

Examinations (nose-to-tail, wellness to urgent care; out-patient appointment or day admission)Pre-Appointment Comfort Packs (fear-free pre-visit pharmaceuticals)VaccinationsParasite Testing & PreventionCounseling & Telemedicine (behavioral & nutritional counseling, virtual consultations)Cats' Night Out (recurring cats-only evening hours)Surgery & DentistryPre-Anesthetic Comfort PacksElective Spays & Neuters (ovariohysterectomies and neuters)Soft Tissue Surgery (laceration repairs, mass removals, biopsies, cystotomy, abdominal exploratory surgery, foreign body retrievals)Dentistry (ultrasonic cleanings, full-mouth digital dental radiography, non-surgical and surgical tooth extractions, periodontal treatments, oral biopsies, gingivectomies)Advanced DiagnosticsOn-site Laboratory (blood and urine analyzers, CBCs, blood chemistry panels, thyroid testing, pancreatitis screening, kidney function, comprehensive urinalysis, infectious disease screening, cytology)Reference LaboratoriesImaging Services (digital radiography, ultrasound, digital dental radiography)TherapeuticsLaser TherapyAcupunctureHospitalizationPharmacies & Therapeutic Diets (on-site pharmacy, online pharmacy, therapeutic pet food partners)Luxury Boarding - Feline BoardingLuxury Boarding - Canine BoardingMedical BoardingExotics BoardingOnline pharmacy and pet food shop (Hill's, Purina, Royal Canin shipped to your door)

Appointments & hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:30pm; Saturday: 8:00am–4:00pm; Sunday: Closed; 3rd Tuesday of each month: cats only evening hours 3:00pm - 8:00 pm. *Hours may vary around holidays

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Frequently asked

Is Alpine Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Alpine Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Alpine Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Alpine Animal Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

Does Alpine Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Alpine Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Alpine Animal Hospital offer?+

Alpine Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Alpine Animal Hospital established?+

Alpine Animal Hospital has served the Pullman, WA community since 1968.

What reviewers say

88% Positive sentiment
based on 223 reviews

Alpine Animal Hospital is a well-established veterinary practice offering comprehensive pet care, including wellness exams, surgeries, laser therapy, acupuncture, grooming, and boarding services. The clinic is widely regarded for its compassionate, knowledgeable veterinary team and supportive staff who handle anxious pets with exceptional care and gentleness. Appointments are frequently accommodated on short notice, and emergency cases are often seen promptly. While the vast majority of visitors experience efficient, high-quality service and clear communication, a small number of clients have encountered administrative errors, communication breakdowns, or pricing concerns regarding specific treatments.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.